Tack, Props and Miniatures by Nichelle
Hamilton arrived this week! Hamilton, an American Saddlebred stallion, is the second release in the Premier club this year. He was sculpted and designed by Jennifer Scott of Aspen Leaf Studios. I was so excited when this guy was fully revealed! Jennifer's sculptures are beautiful and this guy didn't disappoint. He is gorgeous. Hey Breyer, … Continue reading Hamilton
Rhian and Cadell made it to Montana this week! These two are the first of the 2019 Premier Club horses, and were sculpted by Josine Vingerling. They are adorable. I love their soft color and detailed eyes. The mare has very subtle dappling, and both have a white basecoat to give them a more chalky … Continue reading Rhian and Cadell
For the longest time I've been wanting to learn how to make better barrel or gaming reins. The easiest way to make them is with a regular three stand braid, and that looks nice enough: But I wanted to take it further and recreate this in miniature: I did some searching on different paracord braid … Continue reading Tutorial: Miniature Barrel Reins
Recently I was inspired to make hay bags for my models, and have turned it into a tutorial for you all. This time I included Traditional, Classic and Schleich sizes on the pattern. 🙂 You will need: The Pattern - can't open a PDF? Download this - it's free! Fabric (I use cotton as it's easy … Continue reading Tutorial: Hay Bags
Fantasia Del C and Gozosa were added to the herd a few months ago... they were my favorites of the 2017 releases (RR horses, anyway...) so I'm glad I got to add them to my overcrowded bookshelf. In hindsight, I probably should have photographed Fantasia on a black background. She is a bright white in … Continue reading Fantasia Del C and Gozosa
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